Rugby-Scotland coach warns defence needs tightening


  • Rugby
  • Sunday, 31 Oct 2021

Rugby Union - International Test - Scotland v Tonga - Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh, Scotland, Britain - October 30, 2021 Scotland's Kyle Steyn with the man of the match award and teammates after the match Action Images via Reuters/Ed Sykes

EDINBURGH (Reuters) - Scotland might have scored 10 tries and easily beaten Tonga 60-14 in their Autumn international at Murrayfield on Saturday, but coach Gregor Townsend is warning his side’s defensive skills need improving ahead of much tougher tests against Australia and South Africa over the next fortnight.

Scotland were devastating on the front foot but also let Tonga, who were missing key players and had little preparation, have some attacking passages of play and a consolation try midway through the second half.

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